Urban Park birding habitat

Estabrook Park

Wisconsin · Midwest

Habitat
Urban Park
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Easy

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Estabrook Park is a productive birding destination in Wisconsin, with 222 species recorded on eBird. This urban park habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Common Goldeneye among many others. Spring migration along the Mississippi and Central Flyways makes this a vital stopover for diverse species.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Kelp Gull

Larus dominicanus

5/31/2026stakeout Kelp Gull, Milwaukee (2025)1 observed

Franklin's Gull

Leucophaeus pipixcan

5/31/20267820 N Fairchild Rd, Fox Point US-WI 43.15835, -87.907691 observed

Red-necked Grebe

Podiceps grisegena

5/31/2026Menomonee River PKWY #81 observed

Yellow-bellied Flycatcher

Empidonax flaviventris

5/31/202616290 W Crescent Dr, New Berlin US-WI 42.96841, -88.117321 observed

Dark-eyed Junco

Junco hyemalis

5/30/2026Lake Park (general)1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Mallard

5/31/2026

Mourning Dove

5/31/2026

Ring-billed Gull

5/31/2026

Osprey

15/31/2026

Eastern Wood-Pewee

5/31/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

5/31/2026

Black-capped Chickadee

5/31/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

5/31/2026

American Robin

5/31/2026

House Finch

5/31/2026

Baltimore Oriole

5/31/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

5/31/2026

Common Grackle

5/31/2026

Northern Cardinal

5/31/2026

Canada Goose

125/31/2026

Killdeer

25/31/2026

American Herring Gull

5/31/2026

Green Heron

25/31/2026

Cooper's Hawk

15/31/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

15/31/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Visit at dawn for peak songbird activity before crowds arrive.

  2. 2

    Check flowering trees and berry-producing shrubs for seasonal migrants.

  3. 3

    Time your visit during the first week of May for maximum species diversity.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Estabrook Park for birding?
The best months to visit Estabrook Park for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.
What birds can I see at Estabrook Park?
Notable species at Estabrook Park include Canada Goose, Mallard, Common Goldeneye, Common Merganser, Red-breasted Merganser. The area supports urban park habitats.
How difficult is birding at Estabrook Park?
Birding at Estabrook Park is rated as Easy. The trails and viewing areas are accessible for birders of all experience levels.
What amenities are available at Estabrook Park?
Estabrook Park offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails.